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S214 KWN

1998 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,936 mi
Last recorded28,936 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EN50013,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS214 KWN
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 28,936 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 28,739 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 27,939 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 27,702 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 May 2015 27,702 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 27,695 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 27,689 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 24 Oct 2011 27,689 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 27,681 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,982 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 26,584 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2007 26,035 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 25,364 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 24,803 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?

Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
336
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 57
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S214 KWN is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EN500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S214 KWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EN500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S214 KWN registered?

S214 KWN is a 1998 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S214 KWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S214 KWN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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